Used Audi A3 for Sale near Eganville, ON

How much does the Audi A3 cost in today's market?

Used Audi A3 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Audi A3's current nationwide average price is $25,364 CAD, and its lowest point over the past year was $23,390 CAD. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Audi A3 a good car?

Yes — the Audi A3 is a strong pick if you want a compact luxury sedan that feels engaging and upscale. The all-generations owner rating is 4.58/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its fun driving character, strong acceleration, stylish design, and quality interior feel. Across the newer expert-reviewed years, the A3 also stands out for premium materials, helpful technology, and a refined everyday driving experience.

Expert reviews rate the 2022 and 2025 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are the cramped back seat, limited cargo space, and a lane-departure warning system that can be distracting in some situations.

30.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Audi A3 models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Audi A3 as enjoyable to drive, stylish, and efficient, with a premium feel that holds up well across model years. Expert commentary for the newest model also points to a solid, well-built character and a generally polished driving experience.

• Owners rate the Audi A3 between 3.8 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is most likely to come down to maintenance costs and the condition of the specific car you choose.

What should I look for when buying a used Audi A3?

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Pre Sense Front, Lane-departure warning, rear cross-traffic alert, a vehicle exit warning system, and Audi Side Assist blind-spot monitoring.
• Infotainment: a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto.
• Fuel efficiency: The A3 is rated by Natural Resources Canada at 8.5 litres per 100 kilometres combined.

Which Audi A3 trim should I buy?

The 2025 Audi A3 offers these trims:

• base: The entry trim includes the 10.25-inch digital instrumentation panel, 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto, plus the standard driver-assistance suite.
• Progressiv: This trim adds Adaptive Cruise Assist with adaptive cruise control and is the best-value choice if you want a stronger mix of convenience and equipment.
• Technik: This trim adds the 12.3-inch Audi Virtual Cockpit Plus display, navigation, and the standard Sonos premium sound system.

What Audi A3 do most buyers choose?

The Audi A3 years with the most listings are 2025, 2026, and 2019.

Higher-listing years tend to draw more shoppers because they give you more choice on price, trim, and condition. They also usually make it easier to compare similar cars side by side and find a deal that fits your budget.

What is the Audi A3's resale value?

The table shows broad downward movement across the lineup, which can work in your favour if you are shopping used. Several recent model years have seen especially sharp drops, while a few older years have changed by smaller amounts.

The 2016, 2020, and 2023 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Audi A3 safe?

• 2025: 8/10
• 2022: 9/10

Audi equips every 2025 A3 with Pre Sense Front, Lane-departure warning, rear cross-traffic alert, a vehicle exit warning system, and Audi Side Assist blind-spot monitoring.

For the safest used buy, the 2022 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Audi A3 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −19.14% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −26.41%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 32.7% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 30.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $38,442 CAD. The Audi A3 offers a premium-feeling cabin and an engaging driving character that make it easy to live with every day.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest A3 uses a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine with 201 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque, and Natural Resources Canada rates it at 8.5 litres per 100 kilometres combined.
• Tech: The latest A3 includes a 10.25-inch digital instrumentation panel, a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, Audi Connect services, and a six-speaker sound system.
• Safety: The latest A3 adds Adaptive Cruise Assist with adaptive cruise control on Progressiv, and the Advanced Driver Assistance Package brings adaptive cruise control with or without Lane Guidance plus Predictive Control for upcoming curves.
• Starting price: The 2025 Audi A3’s base price ranged from $43,400 CAD to $50,950 CAD at the time of writing.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 29, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.